Windy Shao windysjf@hotmail.com TO showcase the thriving coffee culture in Guangming District, a recently launched coffee map has been gaining attention from both coffee enthusiasts and tourists. The primary goal of this initiative is to provide guidance to residents and visitors for a coffee tour, highlighting the diverse coffee establishments throughout the district. With a total of 165 coffee companies, Guangming boasts a vibrant coffee scene featuring 76 chain coffee shops like Starbucks and Luckin, constituting 46.1% of the market. Additionally, 65 independent coffee shops such as APEXONE and Science Nature & Coffee Bar make up 39.4% of the landscape. The remaining 14.5% comprises 24 other shops that offer a variety of products beyond coffee. Mobile phone users can follow the WeChat account “深圳光明” (ID: aiszgm) and then send a text message “地图” to receive the coffee map, along with maps of food streets, hotels, scenic spots, sports venues, and running trails in the district. Science Nature & Coffee Bar 墨相科学咖啡 The recently opened Science Nature & Coffee Bar, touted as the first science-themed coffee bar in Guangming District, stands out with its distinctive features. By combining elements of science, art, and social interaction, this bar aims to captivate the minds and palates of its visitors. The name itself draws inspiration from two esteemed scholarly journals, Science and Nature, reflecting the cafe’s core mission of promoting scientific exploration. Situated at Guangming Tian’an Cloud Park near Sun Yat-sen University Metro Station, this innovative coffee bar is dedicated to fostering a scientific community through regular seminars and events that blend technology and coffee culture. APEXONE 山顶一号 Located at the Yuezaiting Art Station at Hongqiao Park, APEXONE distinguishes itself with its ecological concept, bridging human ecology through specialty coffees sourced from mountainous regions. With the mission of “planting a cup of good coffee,” the brand has established a holistic boutique coffee industry ecosystem. Light Realm & Mountain Mould 光境•山砚 Situated at the Science Summit of the Science Park near Zhenmei Metro Station, the cafe is a natural and humanistic coffee cultural and creative shop that offers coffee, tea drinks, light meals, and a variety of cultural and creative activities. The mountaintop cafe, perched at the highest point in the park, has become a popular destination for visitors seeking refreshments and captivating views. COFFEE WANG A community boutique coffee shop bearing the owner’s surname, COFFEE WANG reflects the owner’s profound passion for coffee. Every step in the coffee-making process is infused with dedication and patience, embodying a love for the craft. The coffee shop is located inside Shangshijia New Village on Tongxing Road. The Unusual Cafe 啡正常 Established in 2022, The Unusual Cafe stands out for its innovative combinations of various coffee beans, liqueurs, and ingredients to evoke stories, imagery, and emotions through taste. This cafe promises a sensory journey through curated coffee experiences. It is adjacent to Honghuashan Metro Station. Pan Coffee Located at the Old Sugar Factory Cultural and Creative Park near Guangming Metro Station, Pan Coffee seamlessly blends French retro decor with an outdoor camping ambiance. Surrounded by a variety of plants, the cafe exudes a romantic and gentle atmosphere, perfect for coffee enthusiasts seeking a unique experience. Jimmy’s Cafe Jimmy’s Cafe is a community coffee shop with a philosophy centered on offering customers the sweet and aromatic aspects of coffee, ensuring that none of the coffee beans in the shop are excessively bitter. The cafe is located inside Changchun Garden Residence which is adjacent to Gongming Square Metro Station. Stay Cafe 停留咖啡 Nestled in the old Jingkou Village, Stay Cafe is a minimalist and artistic coffee shop that focuses on offering customers a high-quality coffee experience. With popular homemade desserts like soufflés, the cafe provides a serene setting for customers to savor their beverages. Ben Cafe 本咖啡 Ben Cafe serves as a beacon for coffee enthusiasts in the district. Currently operating three stores in Changzhen Community, Zhongyangshan Garden, and Guangming Dadi housing estate, it embodies a typical community coffee shop brand. Pull-Tab 拉环咖啡 Pull-Tab explores the diverse world of coffee culture, delving into production techniques, craftsmanship, offerings, and consumption habits from around the globe. By combining traditional and modern elements, this brand shares coffee stories, celebrates coffee culture, and introduces innovative coffee experiences. Pull-Tab’s coffee shop in Guangming District is adjacent to Fenghuang Town Metro Station. | 